Speech Language Pathologist

Plan, prepare and carry out individually designed programs of speech treatment to patients.

Provides well written and accurate reports within an appropriate time frame after all assessments are completed.

Uses professional Code of Ethics and standards of practice to guide ethical decision making in practice.

Participates in continuing education for professional development to ensure practice consistent with best practice and to meet Nevada Licensure requirements.

Adheres to federal and state regulation, and policies that affect speech therapy practice.

Prioritizes and schedules work tasks independently.

Maintain CPR and First Aid Certifications

Maintains clinical and administrative records in accordance with professional standards, state guidelines and agency system policy.

Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Ability to manage patients with different types of personalities

Ability to work in an environment with individuals with severe disabilities who may be developmentally and behaviorally challenged.

Ability to represent agency in a professional manner at all times; including demonstrated ability to interact professionally with all persons both within and outside the organization,

Ability to determine the need for an occupational therapy evaluation and to select and administer appropriate assessment tools to evaluate the patient.

Ability to interpret evaluation data and write a comprehensive report that reflects strengths and barriers to client participation; directs program development; and guides evidence-based intervention.

Current knowledge of treatment practices per discipline and drive to continually learn and grow in the profession

Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion pertaining to the work environment.

Knowledgeable and skilled in computer/word processing software and excel.

Knowledge of the federal, state local legislation, regulations, policies and procedures that mandate and guide speech therapy in practice.

Skilled in effective oral and written communication.

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